The New Jersey Senate has introduced Bill S1631, which would expand the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination to prohibit discrimination based on height and weight in employment, housing, and public accommodations.
Beyond Burden Shifting: What the Eleventh Circuit’s Latest Decision Might Mean for McDonnell Douglas
Recently, Justices Thomas and Gorsuch have questioned whether the McDonnell Douglas Corp. v. Green, 411 U.S. 792 (1973) framework remains the appropriate standard in certain employment related cases.
Outlook 2026: Mexico Labor & Employment
- Reduction of the Workweek to 40 Hours. The discussion regarding the labor reform to reduce the weekly work schedule from 48 to 40 hours remains a relevant topic on the
UK Employment Appeal Tribunal Rules on Protection Against Disability Discrimination for Workers With ADHD and Autism
The recent case of Stedman v Haven Leisure Limited [2025] EAT 82 highlights key considerations for employers and individuals regarding disability discrimination protections under the Equality Act 2010. After Mr. Stedman’s job application was rejected, his claim of discrimination due to ADHD was initially dismissed. However, the Employment Appeal Tribunal overturned this decision, emphasizing the need for careful assessment of what constitutes a disability and reinforcing the rights of those with ADHD in the workplace.
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UK Government Proposes Ban on NDAs in Harassment and Discrimination Cases
On 8 July, the UK Government announced plans to end the use of non-disclosure agreements in cases involving harassment and discrimination. The Employment Rights Bill is currently being examined by the House of Lords, following which it will return to the House of Commons and will likely pass into law later this year.
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Beyond Bias: California Sets a New Standard for Regulating AI in the Workplace
As employers around the globe are increasingly looking to leverage AI and AI-adjacent automation in their recruiting and personnel processes, California has stepped onto the scene. On June 27
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Supreme Court Eliminates Heightened Discrimination Standard Under Title VII
On June 5, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, rejecting a heightened evidentiary burden for a plaintiff who is a member of a “majority group” under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Claims brought by such majority-group plaintiffs are sometimes referred to as “reverse discrimination” claims.
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’Tis the Season for California’s 2025 Legislative Update: Employer Considerations
While employees are decorating, mulling over their New Year’s resolutions, and hunting for the best sales, California employers are turning their sights to the potential challenges awaiting them in the
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(Background) Check It Out: Understanding California’s New Fair Chance Act Regulations on Criminal Records and Background Checks When Making Employment Decisions
Starting Oct. 1, 2023, California employers must adhere to new regulations under the Fair Chance Act (FCA) concerning the use of an individual’s criminal history in employment decisions. These rules
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5th Circuit Expands Scope of Title VII in Employment Discrimination Cases
Reversing decades of precedent that limited the scope of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, on Aug. 18, 2023, the Fifth Circuit en banc ruled in Hamilton v. Dallas
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